Journalism History

Aims & Scope

Journalism History seeks articles on topics related to the full scope of mass communication history, which may discuss individuals, institutions, or events.

The journal features manuscripts that provide fresh approaches and a new, significant understanding about a topic in its broader context, as well as topical essays, especially if they contain clear theses with supporting documentation.

In addition to content about traditional journalism, Journalism History welcomes submissions with historical angles on visual communication, public relations, advertising, scholastic journalism, media diversity, sports media, the business of journalism, media technology, oral history, media law and ethics, and documentaries.

We also encourage cross-disciplinary and global collaboration so that the content of the journal increasingly reflects media history outside of U.S. borders and across disciplines.

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Metrics & Ranking

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.139

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q4

h-index

Year	Value
2024	4

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	25431

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	15

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• The Problem of Journalism History

  Citation: 67

  Authors: James W.

• The “Light” of Publicity in the Progressive Era

  Citation: 32

  Authors: Kevin, Brad L.

• Spanish-Language Media in America: Background, Resources, History

  Citation: 31

  Authors: Félix

• Hard-Sell “Killers” and Soft-Sell “Poets”

  Citation: 27

  Authors: Fred K.

• The Reporter, 1880–1900

  Citation: 20

  Authors: Ted Curtis

• The Professionalization of Journalism

  Citation: 20

  Authors: Stephen A.

• The Hollywood Version: Movie Portrayals of the Press

  Citation: 18

  Authors: Thomas H.

• Press Criticism and National Reform Movements: The Progressive Era and the New Deal

  Citation: 18

  Authors: Margaret A.

• Homemaking Programs

  Citation: 14

  Authors: J. Steven, Lee

• The Limits of Progressive Journalism History

  Citation: 14

  Authors: Joseph P.

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